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Why Dog training doesnt stop at the basics

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26 Sep 2025

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Let’s keep it real, a lot of people think dog training ends once their pup knows the basics. Sit, stay, come… job done, right?

Not quite.

Training isn’t a one-time event. It’s an ongoing journey, one that supports your dog’s behaviour, wellbeing, and bond with you over a lifetime.

Why ongoing training matters

Just like us, dogs can get rusty. Commands fade if they’re not used. Boundaries blur without reinforcement. And a lack of mental stimulation can lead to boredom, frustration, or even unwanted behaviours creeping back in.

Even if your dog knows the basics, regular training helps them:

  • Stay mentally and emotionally stimulated
  • Strengthen good habits and unlearn bad ones
  • Build resilience, confidence, and trust
  • Stay engaged and responsive at all ages

Making It work in real life

We get it, life’s busy, and it’s easy to let training slip when things feel “good enough.” But ongoing training doesn’t have to mean extra pressure.

That’s exactly why we designed our programmes to be:

  • Flexible | Fit short sessions into your daily routine
  • Progressive | Build on the basics with advanced skills and challenges
  • Supportive | Get step-by-step guidance, whenever you need it
  • Structured | Set your own schedule and track your progress

Whether your dog is 8 months or 8 years old, Dogit helps keep their mind sharp and their behaviour balanced, without you needing to start from scratch.

No Dog is ever ‘Fully Trained’

Think of it like going to the gym, you don’t stop exercising just because you’re fit. You keep going to stay fit. Dog training works the same way.

So if training has slipped a little lately, that’s okay, it’s never too late to get back on track.

Let Dogit support you, step by step today and start your 7-day free trial.

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